Guidelines for writing for AboutAgingParents.com
FIRST OFF--- PLEASE explore the blog and see what types of posts I publish. Be familiar with what is covered BEFORE you query me! Then WOW me with your suggestion. I publish a lot of guest posts so don’t be shy. POSTS ARE UNPAID!
Honestly, I get tons of totally useless suggestions that could be great on another site, but NOT HERE! This is unprofessional. I will NOT be giving you another topic to write on. You didn’t do your due diligence. I probably will not even respond to you.
These are my requirements:
1) Topics MUST be consistent in addressing issues aging parents and their caregivers face. Tips and tricks for making life easier are welcome!
2) Put yourself in the parent’s or caregiver’s shoes. What kind of help and advice would be most welcome to you? This is a DIFFICULT transition and process!
3) The readers don’t have hours to read your post. Make it concise and to the point. Give me about 600-800 words max. (300 words minimum). If you need more words to cover your topic, go ahead, but Keep paragraphs short. I'll work with it.
4) Provide at least 2-3 links to great resources. More is acceptable, but don’t stack your post with 7 or 8!
5) Personal experience can be most helpful but leave the judgement on your desk.
6) Be positive and try to be uplifting. This is a difficult time.
7) Provide me with a short Bio (25-30 words max) and ONE link to your writing (your website or another article you’ve written) if possible. Include a headshot if you so choose.
8) You must be willing to SHARE the published post on your Social Media, so you and my site get exposure.
9) Avoid controversial subjects such as politics, religion, etc.
10) No discussions about unproven products or supplements, etc.
11) You may submit another query in 3-4 months if you like.
If you have questions, PLEASE ASK!
I reserve the right to make small edits that improve the SEO (usually Titles or Headings) or other accuracy of your post.
I will provide the photos.
Thank you for your interest and efforts! I look forward to reading your post.
Kathy
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